# Build Smart Masonry & Roofing

**Trade:** Masonry · **Address:** 151 Grove St, Chelsea, MA 02150 · **Phone:** (857) 398-8377 · **Website:** https://buildsmartmasonry.com/contact-us/ · **Languages:** English, Spanish

**Rating: 1.8/5** (low confidence) — from 10 reviews across 6 sources.
70% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Build Smart Masonry & Roofing Corp. is based in Chelsea and presents itself as a family-owned, locally owned contractor serving Boston and surrounding areas. Its website says the company is insured and bonded and handles masonry, roofing, foundation, chimney, patio, retaining-wall, and basement work; HomeAdvisor and Angi list 24 years of experience, although that tenure is a profile claim rather than an independently verified history.

Homeowners have hired Build Smart for roofing, masonry, foundation waterproofing, and basement repairs. In 2024 reviews, customers described honest pricing and dependable roofing work, thorough foundation waterproofing, and crews that were friendly and cleaned up; other 2023 reviews praised reliability and trustworthiness. Those positive accounts sit alongside a 2025 Google complaint alleging the crew completed about 98% of a job, then stopped responding, leaving the homeowner to hire someone else, and a January 2026 complaint alleging full-price work with corners cut.

Before booking, ask for current license documentation and a written completion and payment schedule. The Massachusetts license listed for Build Smart Masonry & Roofing Corp. is registry-verified but expired, and the BBB profile shows an F grade, two complaints, three years in business, and no accreditation. Those points conflict with the 5.0 ratings shown on both Angi and HomeAdvisor, each based on six ratings, so confirm who will perform the work, what remains covered after payment, and how unresolved issues are handled.

Build Smart may fit homeowners seeking masonry, roofing, or waterproofing work who are prepared to verify credentials and project controls up front. Confirm the license status, insurance, scope, milestones, warranty, and final-payment terms before signing.

**Strengths:**
- Roofing work — reviewers cite honest pricing and dependable completion
- Waterproofing — 2024 homeowner praised thorough foundation repair
- Jobsite cleanup — reviewers mention tidy, cleaner-than-before properties
- Friendly crews — multiple homeowners describe helpful, respectful interactions

**Concerns:**
- License status — listed Massachusetts HIC license is registry-verified but expired
- BBB standing — F grade and two complaints are listed
- Completion risk — 2025 review alleges work stopped at 98%
- Payment terms — ask how unfinished work is handled after payment

**Where sources disagree:**
- BBB lists an F grade and two complaints, while Angi and HomeAdvisor each show 5.0 ratings from six reviews

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Based in Chelsea and states it serves Boston and surrounding areas. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “The company's website presents Build Smart Masonry and Roofing as an insured, bonded, family-owned and locally owned contractor serving Bost…”
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Boston”
- The company describes itself as insured, bonded, family-owned, and locally owned. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “The company's website presents Build Smart Masonry and Roofing as an insured, bonded, family-owned and locally owned contractor serving Bost…”
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Family-owned and locally owned”
- HomeAdvisor and Angi profiles state 24 years of experience. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html) — “The HomeAdvisor profile lists Build Smart Masonry & Roofing Corp. in Chelsea with a 5.0 rating from 6 reviews, 24 years of experience, and c…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/chelsea/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-reviews-1.htm) — “The Angi profile lists Build Smart Masonry & Roofing Corp in Chelsea with a 5.0 rating from 6 reviews, 24 years of experience, and masonry, …”
- 2024 customers praised honest roofing work, thorough waterproofing, and cleanup. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html) — “5★ These guys at Buildsmart are great. We had our basement foundation repaired and waterproofed. We are so happy with the work and they walk…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/chelsea/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ Peter was phenomenal to work with. He listened to all of our issues and concerns and explained every step along the way. As our project g…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURMOEl5SU1REAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xe9f463add0354634!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDL8IyIMQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Trustworthy and dependable! This roofing company fulfilled their commitment to the letter. The entire process was stress-free because the…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html) — “5★ Very reliable, and the team was Amazing, they left my property cleaner than before they arrived. Highly recommended will be using the The…”
- A 2025 Google review alleges unfinished work and unanswered calls after payment. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25kemJtRnBSVkp6UldZM2VERTNWVVpzYURNelJIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe9f463add0354634!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOndzbmFpRVJzRWY3eDE3VUZsaDMzRHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ Hired them last fall. Peter and his crew seemed nice. They did 98% of the work. I paid them (my mistake). And they disappeared. Wouldn't …”
- The listed Massachusetts HIC license is registry-verified but expired. _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 209668 registry-verified expired — registry holder of record: BUILD SMART MASONRY & ROOFING CORP”
- BBB lists an F grade and two complaints, with no accreditation. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/chelsea/profile/roofing-contractors/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-0021-567015) — “Better Business Bureau grade: F”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/chelsea/profile/roofing-contractors/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-0021-567015) — “2 complaint(s) on file (count only)”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/chelsea/profile/roofing-contractors/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-0021-567015) — “The BBB profile lists Build Smart Masonry & Roofing Corp in Chelsea, Massachusetts, with an F rating, two complaints, three years in busines…”
- Angi and HomeAdvisor each show 5.0 stars from six ratings. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/chelsea/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-reviews-1.htm) — “Angi: 5.0★ from 6 ratings”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 5.0★ from 6 ratings”
- Also offers Carpentry _(confidence: low)_
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “The company's website presents Build Smart Masonry and Roofing as an insured, bonded, family-owned and locally owned contractor serving Bost…”
- Specializes in Masonry _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Chimney, Masonry, Patios, Roofing, Waterproofing”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/chelsea/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-reviews-1.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Chimney, Masonry, Patios, Roofing, Waterproofing”
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “The company's website presents Build Smart Masonry and Roofing as an insured, bonded, family-owned and locally owned contractor serving Bost…”
- Specializes in Roofing _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/chelsea/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-reviews-1.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Chimney, Masonry, Patios, Roofing, Waterproofing”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Chimney, Masonry, Patios, Roofing, Waterproofing”
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “The company's website presents Build Smart Masonry and Roofing as an insured, bonded, family-owned and locally owned contractor serving Bost…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURMOEl5SU1REAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xe9f463add0354634!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDL8IyIMQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Trustworthy and dependable! This roofing company fulfilled their commitment to the letter. The entire process was stress-free because the…”
- Specializes in Waterproofing / Foundation _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html) — “5★ These guys at Buildsmart are great. We had our basement foundation repaired and waterproofed. We are so happy with the work and they walk…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/chelsea/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-reviews-1.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Chimney, Masonry, Patios, Roofing, Waterproofing”
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “The company's website presents Build Smart Masonry and Roofing as an insured, bonded, family-owned and locally owned contractor serving Bost…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Chimney, Masonry, Patios, Roofing, Waterproofing”
- Also offers Chimney Services _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Chimney, Masonry, Patios, Roofing, Waterproofing”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/chelsea/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-reviews-1.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Chimney, Masonry, Patios, Roofing, Waterproofing”
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “The company's website presents Build Smart Masonry and Roofing as an insured, bonded, family-owned and locally owned contractor serving Bost…”
- Also offers General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com) — “The company's website presents Build Smart Masonry and Roofing as an insured, bonded, family-owned and locally owned contractor serving Bost…”

## Ownership

- Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified.

## License

Status: **expired** (#209668, hic) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-09-04, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.BuildSmartMasonry.139383197.html): 5.0★ from 6 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Build%20Smart%20Masonry%20%26%20Roofing&query_place_id=ChIJEWP2L7Zx44kRNEY10K1j9Ok): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/chelsea/profile/roofing-contractors/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-0021-567015): Listed on this source
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/chelsea/build-smart-masonry-roofing-corp-reviews-1.htm): 5.0★ from 6 ratings
- [Official Website](https://buildsmartmasonry.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Build%20Smart%20Masonry%20%26%20Roofing&query_place_id=ChIJEWP2L7Zx44kRNEY10K1j9Ok): 3.0★ from 4 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Chester CONSTABLE SERVICE · 2026-01-21**: Charges full price. Cuts server corners.
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · J T · 2025-07-03**: Hired them last fall. Peter and his crew seemed nice. They did 98% of the work. I paid them (my mistake). And they disappeared. Wouldn't answer calls, emails, or txt. I finally gave up and hired someone else to fix/finish the job this spring. And I can see their work is already starting to fail,  af…
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Wilfredo M. · 2024-09-01**: Excellent work!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rickey Latigue · 2024-07-29**: Have dealt with Peter a few times and it's always been a pleasant experience. He treats
me like family, always trying to do the most to help me out in the most affordable way.
Good people that do good work.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ally Cat · 2024-06-24**: Trustworthy and dependable! This roofing company fulfilled their commitment to the letter. The entire process was stress-free because they were open and honest about the pricing, deadlines, and materials. Extremely happy with the results!
- **5/5 · Angi · Kristin B. · 2024-04-01**: Peter was phenomenal to work with. He listened to all of our issues and concerns and explained every step along the way. As our project got underway, they realized the problem was bigger than expected, but they worked thoroughly and quickly to finish the job completely before anymore rain came. The …
- **5/5 · Angi · George S. · 2024-01-01**: These guys at Buildsmart are great. We had our basement foundation repaired and waterproofed. We are so happy with the work and they walked us through the whole thing step by step.
- **5/5 · Angi · Tom M. · 2023-10-01**: Dear team is very trustworthy will hire this team again
- **5/5 · Angi · Kate M. · 2023-10-01**: Professional They were on time Tidied up well when the project was finished The staff was very friendly I will never use this company again when needed
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Mary C. · 2023-10-01**: Very reliable, and the team was Amazing, they left my property cleaner than before they arrived. Highly recommended will be using the The team at build smart. Again

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